A Barbadian couple’s unconventional wedding in Scotland has turned into a significant boon for animal welfare charities in their home country. Jevan Jutagir, founder of Red Advertising & Marketing, and his bride, Danielle St-Pierre, tied the knot at the historic King’s College Chapel in Aberdeen, a venue with personal significance for Jutagir, a former University of Aberdeen Student Union president. The ceremony, attended by guests from Barbados, Trinidad, and Canada, featured traditional Scottish kilts but broke from tradition in one key aspect: instead of receiving conventional wedding gifts, the couple asked their guests to donate to two Barbados-based animal welfare organizations, Ocean Acres Animal Sanctuary and Safe Cats of Barbados. The response was overwhelming, with donations totaling $15,000 (approximately £5,700). In a statement, Jutagir explained their decision, emphasizing their comfortable lifestyle and desire to channel their guests’ generosity toward a cause they deeply care about—animal welfare. The couple, who are passionate about animals and share their Barbados home with cats, tortoises, and even monkeys, highlighted the growing issue of unwanted pets and unchecked breeding in Barbados. They expressed hope that their initiative would inspire others to support these charities, which work tirelessly to rescue and rehome stray animals. The newlyweds described the donations as a meaningful start to their married life, thanking their guests for their generosity.